Belfast music biopic 'Kneecap' dominates 2025 Irish Academy Awards with a record-breaking 17 nominations, cementing its status as an indie darling on the awards circuit.
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The raucous comedy, which is about and stars the real-life Belfast rap duo of the same name, is now a frontrunner for both Oscar and BAFTA recognition, solidifying its crossover appeal beyond the Irish market.
Director Rich Peppiatt's film scored the most IFTA nominations in history, double the tally of the next closest contender, signaling its sweep of the major categories like Best Film, Best Director, and acting nods for its two leads.
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Rich Peppiatt, Irish Film & TV Academy (IFTA), 'Kneecap'
Belfast music biopic 'Kneecap' dominates 2025 Irish Academy Awards with a record-breaking 17 nominations, cementing its status as an indie darling on the awards circuit.
beat sheet
The raucous comedy, which is about and stars the real-life Belfast rap duo of the same name, is now a frontrunner for both Oscar and BAFTA recognition, solidifying its crossover appeal beyond the Irish market.
Director Rich Peppiatt's film scored the most IFTA nominations in history, double the tally of the next closest contender, signaling its sweep of the major categories like Best Film, Best Director, and acting nods for its two leads.
call sheet
Rich Peppiatt, Irish Film & TV Academy (IFTA), 'Kneecap'